Category: Citrus Love Little Green Tea

Chapter 88: Please Step on Me with Your Beautiful, White-Silk-Clad Feet!

Ruo Xiaoxi walked along the tree-lined path towards the dormitories. The campus was beautiful, with ornamental fountains that students tossed coins into for good luck before exams, like wishing wells.

She’d also heard some amusing anecdotes, like the time a senior accidentally fell into a fountain, resulting in a… wet and tempting situation. She’d have to be careful.

A lamp illuminated the entrance to the dormitories. A sign on the wall read, “No Boys Allowed.”

Ruo Xiaoxi walked in without a shred of shame. No one said anything about girls who used to be boys being forbidden.

She climbed the stairs to the second-year floor. These were all seniors, a year older than her. She walked respectfully along the corridor.

“Excuse me, Senior, is this Senior Xia Zhibai’s dorm?” Ruo Xiaoxi asked politely.

Two girls were inside, one doing laundry on the balcony, the other reading. Seeing the white-haired girl at the door, the one reading stood up and approached.

“Yes, may I ask who you are…? Oh, what a cute junior! Are you Ruo Xiaoxi?”

“Ah, y-yes. Hello, Senior.”

“Haha, you’re so pretty! Hey, Luoluo, come look at Xia Zhibai’s little lolita! Come quick, she’s adorable!” The senior called out to the other girl.

Ruo Xiaoxi blinked, puzzled. Why did these seniors seem to know her? “Um, is Senior Xia not here? I came to wish her a happy birthday…”

“Oh, she and another dormmate went to the school gate to pick up the cake. They’ll be back soon.”

“I see. I’ll wait for a bit then.”

“Why don’t you come in and sit down? It’s fine, we don’t get penalized for visiting other dorms.”

The senior’s invitation was warm and welcoming. Ruo Xiaoxi peeked inside, clutching the box of chocolates, and nodded shyly, entering Xia Zhibai’s dorm.

She knew which bed was Senior Xia’s. Sitting primly on the edge of the bed, she waited.

“Ah, it’s the white-socks junior!” a girl from the dorm across the hall exclaimed, spotting Ruo Xiaoxi. “Hi! Cute junior! I’m the senior who gave you a gift the other day. Remember me?”

“Senior… um…” Ruo Xiaoxi nodded slightly. She’d received so many gifts, it was hard to keep track.

“Here for Xia Zhibai’s birthday? She’s getting the cake. Come to our dorm and hang out for a bit!” The senior from across the hall put on her shoes and came over, taking Ruo Xiaoxi’s hand.

“Hey! That’s our junior! Bring her back!”

“Ah, well…” Ruo Xiaoxi looked back at the senior in the dorm, then at the senior pulling her away. Unsure what to do, she just went along.

Suddenly, she was the center of attention, surrounded by curious seniors.

“Junior Xiaoxi, which class are you in? I’ll come visit you sometime.”

“Have some cookies! I brought them from home.”

“My turn, my turn! Let me touch her cheeks!”

Eek! Ruo Xiaoxi was overwhelmed, but also flattered. Was being cute really this powerful? The seniors were so enthusiastic, their hands gently caressing her cheeks.

If I don’t work hard, I’ll become a plaything in the palms of these women!

“Junior Xiaoxi, why do you always wear white socks? Everyone calls you the white-socks junior.”

“Because… because I like them. And they look nice…” Ruo Xiaoxi lowered her head shyly, feeling their gazes on her legs. She took a small step back.

“She’s wearing a bracelet too. She’s a very fashionable girl.” One senior noticed the small accessory on Ruo Xiaoxi’s wrist, which she’d only started wearing today.

“Oh, you’re right! Junior Xiaoxi, where did you buy that bracelet? It’s so pretty!”

“This?” Ruo Xiaoxi lifted her hand, revealing her wrist. “Senior Xia bought it for me when we went shopping.”

A chorus of knowing “Oohs” filled the room, the seniors exchanging glances.

Those closer to Xia Zhibai knew about their… situation. They’d seen the social media posts, the hints of their ambiguous relationship. They all understood.

“So cute! The socks and your legs… such a perfect match! And the bracelet too! You have great taste. And your shoes look so tiny! What size are they?”

“Size 34…” Ruo Xiaoxi replied softly.

“Wow, such dainty feet!”

“Junior! Junior!” Suddenly, a senior’s voice rose above the others.

“Yes, Senior?” Ruo Xiaoxi looked at her obediently.

“Could you… could you take off your shoes and step on me with your beautiful, white-silk-clad feet?” she pleaded.

“Whoa! You foot fetishist! Don’t scare the poor girl! Hahaha…”

“So perverted! I can’t handle this! But… it sounds kind of… hot…”

“Wh…!” Ruo Xiaoxi was both embarrassed and shocked. Her toes curled inside her shoes. The other seniors’ teasing made her blush even deeper.

“Please! I dream of being stepped on by a cute junior in white socks, striking a haughty pose! This is my lifelong wish!” The foot-fetish senior lay down on the bed dramatically.

“Eh? I… um… Senior, are you joking, or…?” Ruo Xiaoxi covered her mouth with her hand, unsure what to do.

The room fell silent. The other seniors seemed to be anticipating the outcome, some murmuring, “Don’t mind her,” and “She’s just joking,” trying to reassure Ruo Xiaoxi.

Faced with this earnest yet… unusual request, she hesitated.

“Well… I’ll try… Are you sure, Senior? You asked for this.” Blushing, Ruo Xiaoxi approached the bed, lifted her leg, and took off one shoe.

A delicate foot, encased in white silk, emerged, revealing dainty toes and a slender ankle, both cute and alluring.

“Hmph, I shall grant your request! It’s not because I like you or anything! Now, like a little dog, lick my foot! Until I’m satisfied!”

Ruo Xiaoxi adopted a haughty persona, placing her hands on her hips and lifting her foot, gently pressing it against the senior’s shoulder, then applying a bit more pressure.

I can’t believe I’m stepping on a senior! This feels… good.

“Is… is this okay?” Maintaining the pose, she asked softly, her face burning.

“That’s perfect! Just like a tsundere ojou-sama!”

“So hot… Why am I getting turned on by this…?”

Ruo Xiaoxi quickly withdrew her foot, put her shoe back on, and bowed apologetically. “I’m sorry, Senior… I hope I didn’t hurt you.”

But the foot-fetish senior looked up with a blissful expression. “Gasp, pant. The white-socks junior’s little feet… hee hee… so small… hee hee… so fragrant…”

“Whoa, a masochistic foot fetishist!” Ruo Xiaoxi was startled. She suddenly regretted her actions.

“Hahaha… Run, little junior! Or your feet will be… molested!”

The room erupted in laughter. Ruo Xiaoxi, the little ray of sunshine, had successfully entertained the seniors. Blushing, she smoothed her skirt and hurried out of the dorm.

So embarrassing! But… it was kind of fun.

Even if a senior requested it, she wasn’t doing that again!

Chapter 87: A Bad Girl Can’t Keep a Good Girl Down

“Senior, Senior! I’m just one member short! I really need someone! You don’t even have to participate in club activities! If you join, you’ll be in charge of everything! I’ll… I’ll even be under your command~”

“Oh my, am I being seduced by a junior?”

“Yes! I’m seducing you! So, are you in or out? Having a cute girl like me to play with isn’t bad, right?” Ruo Xiaoxi was pulling out all the stops to recruit members for her club. Trick them into joining first, ask questions later.

Yin Huixue giggled, patting Ruo Xiaoxi’s cheek affectionately. “How bold. Is the little green tea open for business today? Teasing older girls can be dangerous, you know?”

“By the way, what do you think Zhibai’s reaction would be if I told her what you just said?”

“Eek!” Ruo Xiaoxi flinched, waving her hands. “No, no, no! Betraying your comrades is despicable! I believe Senior Huixue wouldn’t do such a thing!”

“Such a silver tongue.” Yin Huixue put her hands on her hips. She was on her way back to the classroom when this white-haired lolita junior intercepted her.

The junior was trying to recruit her into a club, some strange “Tea Ceremony Procrastination Club.” They were so short on members they were practically begging…

But why create a club in the first place?

“Unfortunately, I’m already in a club. I can’t join yours.”

“Oh, come on, Senpai~ I really need you! Otherwise, the club will be disbanded…” Ruo Xiaoxi pleaded, shaking Yin Huixue’s arm.

Despite the “just one member short” tactic and other tempting offers, Yin Huixue was already a key member of another club. She couldn’t help.

“Hmph, how stingy.” Ruo Xiaoxi released Yin Huixue’s arm, pouting and turning away dejectedly, resigned to finding another solution.

“How am I stingy? I heard you have tons of friends. Just ask them to join.”

“Who said I have tons of friends?! Where did you hear that? And even if I did, they don’t all go to this school! Mmm… I’ll think of something.”

Someone will join eventually, Ruo Xiaoxi thought, nibbling her thumb.

She couldn’t ask her classmates. Everyone started high school full of enthusiasm, eager to join clubs. But her Tea Ceremony Procrastination Club was just for… well, drinking tea and chatting.

Since the seniors were a no-go, she’d have to look elsewhere.

The club registration deadline was the end of the month, so she had to find enough members within a few weeks.

It wasn’t a dire situation, but it wasn’t exactly relaxed either.

Once everyone joined other clubs, she wouldn’t be able to recruit anyone.

“Eh, leaving already? Not going to chat a bit more?”

“Why? You’re not joining my club. Don’t tell me, Senior, are you interested in me?” Ruo Xiaoxi, her hand caught, turned to look at Yin Huixue.

Yin Huixue hesitated, then decided to be bold. “Yes, I am a little interested in you.”

“Hmm? Why? Want to know about me and Senior Xia?” Ruo Xiaoxi asked sweetly.

“No reason. I just like seeing a lively, cute junior in a short skirt skipping around the hallway. What about you? What do you think of this senior?”

“Mmm… I like you too, Senior. Who wouldn’t like a beautiful, fair-skinned senior with long legs?”

Senior Yin Huixue was a long-legged beauty with a jasmine scent. The kind of older sister you fall for at first sight! And she seemed like the fun-loving type.

“How much do you like me?” Yin Huixue asked, a smile playing on her lips.

“You’re my favorite among all the girls I fall in love with at first sight.”

“Pfft!” Yin Huixue burst out laughing, bending over and clutching her knees. “Oh my god, you’re so shameless! A true little green tea. Now I’m tempted to play along.”

“Sure. But don’t let Senior Xia find out, or I’ll be in trouble.”

Ruo Xiaoxi was open to all offers. If a little snack offered itself, she wouldn’t refuse. This only made Yin Huixue laugh harder. This girl is too much fun.

Suppressing her laughter, Yin Huixue bent down, her gaze fixed on Ruo Xiaoxi, revealing a tantalizing glimpse of cleavage. Wow, nice, Ruo Xiaoxi thought.

“When are you free for a secret rendezvous?” Yin Huixue asked with a playful smile.

“Please take a number, beautiful lady~” Ruo Xiaoxi twirled her hand gracefully.

“What if I want to kiss you right now?”

“Kiss me?” Ruo Xiaoxi paused, then smiled mischievously. Her petite figure, reflected in Yin Huixue’s clear eyes, seemed to have already captured a corner of her heart.

“Well… that’s not impossible.” Ruo Xiaoxi took a few small steps forward, closed her eyes, puckered her lips, and said softly, “But if you kiss me, you have to help me with something.”

“Ah?” Yin Huixue was surprised by Ruo Xiaoxi’s easy compliance. She took a step back. “No, no, I meant a kiss on the cheek, not the lips…”

“Not interested? Then forget it. I’m leaving.” Without waiting for a reply, Ruo Xiaoxi opened her eyes and turned to leave. She’d expected Yin Huixue to back down; it was all part of her plan.

Reaching the corner, she blew Yin Huixue a kiss, winking. “Bye-bye, Senior. I have to go celebrate Senior Xia’s birthday. We’ll chat another time.”

“Isn’t she afraid I’ll just grab her and carry her away after that flying kiss…?” Yin Huixue muttered, realizing she’d been completely played by the little green tea.

Wow, I’m no match for her…

Yin Huixue was both annoyed and amused. She felt a flicker of anger, but also a flutter of excitement, a surge of adrenaline.

This girl was so seductive, it made her want to… well…

“Ah, Zhibai’s birthday.” Yin Huixue remembered. Evening study hall was almost over. She was going to Xia Zhibai’s dorm to celebrate. She’d come back to the classroom to get her gift.

It seemed Ruo Xiaoxi wasn’t serious about Xia Zhibai.

She just enjoyed playing with girls, the thrill of the chase. It appeared Ruo Xiaoxi was indeed a fickle girl, a true green tea.

On her way back to the dorm, for some reason, she couldn’t stop thinking about Ruo Xiaoxi.

The junior is too tempting. This senior wants a taste.

I want to trick her into bed, holding a pillow and whimpering.

Chapter 86: I Got Milk-Drunk All By Myself~

Ruo Xiaoxi had a strange dream.

She dreamt that she, Senior Xia, Xiaonuo, her sister, and her classmates went on a trip to a tropical island.

On the beach, they found a coconut that had fallen from a tree. After much effort, they cracked it open and drank the sweet milk.

The coconut meat was white, soft, and plentiful.

The rich, sweet flavor, with a hint of summer warmth, filled her mouth. Lying on a beach chair, she cradled the coconut in her hands, drinking greedily.

Suddenly, a voice said, “Don’t drink so fast! You’ll choke!”

Ruo Xiaoxi looked towards the voice, tilting the coconut in confusion. “I’m thirsty… cough, cough, cough…”

Before she could finish, she understood the warning. She’d choked.

Coughing violently, the beach scene faded. She opened her eyes to a familiar ceiling… No, wait, she couldn’t see the ceiling. Something was covering her eyes!

“Xiaobao, you’re awake?” Latona’s voice followed, along with the rustling of clothes.

“Latona…? Wah! What happened? Who am I? Where am I?!” Ruo Xiaoxi sat up abruptly, realizing she was lying on Latona’s lap.

She remembered… she remembered chatting at the milk tea shop.

Wait a minute…

“What’s wrong, Latona? Why are you so flushed? Are you the one who’s drunk?”

“No, I just… helped you sober up. Xiaobao, you said no, but you still…”

“Ah? I said no to what?”

Ruo Xiaoxi ruffled her hair, blinking repeatedly at Latona, who was blushing furiously. It slowly dawned on her what had happened.

She had gotten drunk somehow and Latona had… force-fed her coconut milk all night.

“Waaaaaaaah! You… you… what did you do to me?! And what did I do?!” Ruo Xiaoxi’s eyes widened. A faint taste of coconut milk lingered in her mouth and throat. Her brain short-circuited.

Steam practically rose from her head as the shock overloaded her system, and she almost fainted again.

“Xiaobao? Xiaobao, are you going back to sleep?” Latona shook her gently. Getting no response, but seeing no cause for alarm, she placed Ruo Xiaoxi on the bed and lay down beside her.

Then, they both slept soundly—

The next morning, Ruo Xiaoxi woke up to find a heart-shaped object in her hand. She instinctively squeezed it, and a girl’s voice yelped.

This was… Latona’s tail tip?

Latona slept with her tail curled in front of her. Finding Ruo Xiaoxi’s hand warm before falling asleep, she had placed her tail tip there.

Ruo Xiaoxi’s squeeze startled Latona awake.

“G-good morning, Latona.” Ruo Xiaoxi quickly let go.

It was morning. She jumped out of bed, opened the curtains, got dressed, and prepared for school.

“Here, take this…”

Moments later, Ruo Xiaoxi held out some money to Latona.

Latona, sitting on the bed like a duck, tilted her head curiously at the bills. “What’s this? Why are you giving this to me, Xiaobao?”

“Money… the currency in this world.”

“Um… last night, I… I… drank your… coconut milk for free! I feel bad about not paying! So, please accept this!” Ruo Xiaoxi bowed deeply.

What have I done?! We’re both girls, practically the same age, and yet…

“Oh, you mean that? Then just buy me a meal.”

“I… I don’t know what you like to eat.” Ruo Xiaoxi averted her gaze.

Latona’s tail swayed gently. Its tip contained magic, a charm ability. She should just wag her tail, and Xiaoxi’s eyes would turn into hearts, throwing herself into Latona’s arms.

But it wasn’t working. Strange. Otherwise, she would have been cuddling with Xiaobao already, engaging in some… intimate bonding.

There were rumors that it was harder for succubi to charm girls, especially those more charming than themselves… Wait, don’t tell me… Xiaoxi’s charm is stronger than mine?!

“Anyway, thank you… I don’t know how I got so drunk on milk tea last night. Thank you for staying with me. And your… um… coconut milk was… surprisingly good. Succubi are truly a fascinating race. Next time…”

“Hee hee, addicted?” Latona’s tail wagged excitedly. This was partly due to her succubus constitution; it was easy to make people lose themselves in pleasure, oblivious to what was happening.

Succubi are scary, right? We’re not to be trifled with. Latona puffed out her chest proudly.

“No! Alright, I’m going to school. You can’t come with me, so stay home and… guard the house. If you go out, watch for cars, be safe, and beware of bad guys. That’s all!”

Ruo Xiaoxi made a quick escape. Reaching the door, she suddenly remembered something important.

Today was Senior Xia’s birthday!

Shoot! She smacked her forehead. She’d forgotten last night and hadn’t bought a gift.

Glancing at the time, there was no time to go shopping. Showing up empty-handed… she wouldn’t be able to leave Senior Xia’s dorm alive.

Would she really have to wrap herself up as a present?

“Happy birthday, happy birthday… Senior Xia, I forgot your gift. I’ll give it to you tomorrow… No, I can’t bring gifts to school… This weekend then… No, no…”

Ruo Xiaoxi rehearsed excuses, but none seemed good enough. She considered faking illness to avoid the situation…

But… what if Senior Xia also skipped school to take care of her? That would ruin her birthday.

And if Senior Xia found out she was faking… Gulp. I’d be dead.

Ruo Xiaoxi looked down at her legs in white socks, pulling at the hem, blushing. Should I really offer myself as a gift?

With a sliver of hope, she searched the apartment for something suitable.

Finally, she found a beautifully wrapped box of chocolates tied with a blue ribbon in the refrigerator.

“Where did these come from?” She didn’t remember buying chocolates, or even having any in the fridge.

They looked fancy, perfect as a gift. Senior Xia would probably like them.

She reached for the box, then hesitated. Something felt… wrong. But she couldn’t quite place it. She couldn’t remember where the chocolates had come from.

Running late for school, she couldn’t afford to dwell on it. Emergency measures!

She grabbed the box and put it in her bag. A card attached to the ribbon fluttered to the floor, unnoticed.

Later, Latona, looking for food in the fridge, found the card.

“Eh? What’s this? Is it edible?” She picked it up, curiously deciphering the words:

“…[From Lan Yinuo to my dearest Xiaoxi]?”

“Xiaobao’s girlfriend? …Which one of her girlfriends?”

Chapter 85: The World You Don’t Yet Know

“We really haven’t heard of this Chris you mentioned. Whose precious little darling are you, anyway? How can you be so clueless about such simple things?”

“Do… do I seem like an idiot?” Ruo Xiaoxi pointed at herself.

Should she tell these girls that Chris had turned her into a vampire? She was originally human and knew nothing about this world.

“Fufu, maybe Xiaoxi is from another continent?” Su Xiaoxiao suggested.

“Another continent? Hmm… there are ancient records of four connected continents, but those are just records. Unless… there really are other lands across the ocean?”

“Wait, what? Other continents?” Ruo Xiaoxi asked quickly.

“Ah, let me explain it simply. There are two worlds: this human world, with cities, and the other world, a magical continent. Most vampires live in the other world. A few… overslept in their coffins, sleeping for centuries, then waking up and staying here.”

“How can you oversleep for centuries?!”

“Maybe… the blankets were too comfortable?”

“Is that… supposed to be cute? I really want to retort.”

“Haha. So, a very small number of them are discovered by humans and end up living among them. People call them vampires, fearing their unusual powers. They even become urban legends.”

“Like you and Senior Su Xiaoxiao?”

“I prefer the term ‘bloodkin.’ We are proud and powerful, beyond the reach of ordinary mortals. Doesn’t ‘vampire’ sound a bit… dismissive?”

As Yifulan spoke, her blood-red eyes seemed to recount the history of an ancient bloodline. An overwhelming pressure emanated from her, washing over Ruo Xiaoxi, making her shiver and shrink back.

Vampire nobles… no, bloodkin nobles… so intimidating…

“S-sorry, I respect you very much. Um… can I use the restroom? Whenever Senior Yifulan… intimidates me, I suddenly need to go…” Ruo Xiaoxi blushed.

“Ah, it’s down the hall to the left.” Yifulan’s eyes returned to normal as she gestured towards the restroom.

“So timid… so fragile… like she’ll break if you poke her. Kind of cute.” Su Xiaoxiao rested her chin on her hands, watching Ruo Xiaoxi scurry to the restroom, a small smile gracing her lips.

According to ancient records, the magical continent was once a single landmass. Due to some divine intervention, it split into four: the Adel Continent, the Saint Al Continent, the Sophiel Continent, and an unknown continent.

The unknown continent had possibly sunk, becoming an underwater Atlantis, its name lost to time.

Su Xiaoxiao and Yifulan lived on the Adel Continent. Each continent supposedly had a self-contained ecosystem, separated by impassable, deadly seas.

It was just a guess, but Ruo Xiaoxi’s bloodline was unlike any they’d encountered. With their experience, there shouldn’t be any unknown bloodlines. So, however small the chance, she might be from elsewhere.

But Ruo Xiaoxi clearly didn’t know her origins. She was like a newborn babe.

Incidentally, magic circles allowed travel between the human world and the magical world. However, creating such spells required a high level of magical skill.

Exploring other continents was a dream for the Tarot Astrology Shop wives. If Ruo Xiaoxi truly belonged to a different bloodkin system, they might uncover some secrets…

“So powerful… I don’t know who they are, but they’re definitely strong.” Sitting in the restroom, Ruo Xiaoxi clutched a tissue, muttering to herself.

Everyone knew librarians were the strongest. And these girls were both beautiful and powerful.

Later, Ruo Xiaoxi learned that these bloodkin weren’t here to destroy or conquer, but to maintain order, to fight for a better life.

In the past, monsters called “The Beyond” had threatened the world. These girls, like magical girls, secretly fought and eradicated them.

Now, those monsters were almost extinct, only existing in a few unknown areas.

Eh? It’s over?

Shouldn’t I be the savior, defeating monsters and saving the world? Ruo Xiaoxi started daydreaming again. But she’d never even seen a monster.

She also wanted to fight to protect the girls she loved, just like in novels and manga!

“I want to fight monsters too! Charge! Protect the onee-sans! Cuddle with pretty girls!” Ruo Xiaoxi shadowboxed in front of the counter, her flushed face clearly showing her… milk-drunk state.

Yifulan watched, her chin resting on her hand, wondering how anyone could get drunk on milk.

“Xiaoxiao, what did you give her? Just milk tea? She’s starting to talk nonsense.”

“I… I don’t know! I remember making her a sparkling water… Wait, oh no, I think I used the wrong base!” Su Xiaoxiao picked up the empty glass and sniffed. A faint scent of alcohol lingered.

It was a cocktail base! Low alcohol content, but brightly colored. She’d grabbed the wrong bottle.

“Oh dear… is this… my fault?” Su Xiaoxiao said guiltily. As a trained bartender, she’d never made a mistake before.

Yifulan, seeing her wife’s distress, leaned over and kissed her cheek.

“It’s okay, it’s okay. She won’t remember anything when she wakes up tomorrow.”

“I’ll remember! I will! I’ll definitely remember being force-fed dog food at the… the Dog Food Shop again! Waaaah!” Ruo Xiaoxi continued to ramble as she was practically carried away.

Yifulan picked up the dazed Ruo Xiaoxi, glancing at the time. “It’s midnight. Let’s take her home. She has school tomorrow.”

“Do you know where she lives?”

“I can track her scent. Consider it a ‘safe delivery for drunk customers’ service. I’ll just charge her extra.” Yifulan grinned mischievously, vanishing into a swirl of crimson wind.

Small bats fluttered into existence, then dissolved into red sparks.

Back at Ruo Xiaoxi’s apartment, Latona, fiddling with the TV, was startled by Yifulan’s sudden appearance. Her tail shot straight up. “Ah! It’s the scary black-silk lady!”

“Hey, ‘kitten,’ who are you calling scary?” Yifulan landed gracefully, the tip of her high-heeled shoe touching the floor first, her skirt swirling around her. She placed Ruo Xiaoxi on the sofa.

“She’s drunk. Figure out how to sober her up. Alright, delivery complete. Good night~” With that, she teleported away, leaving behind a business card with the astrology shop’s number.

Latona stared for a moment, then crouched beside the sofa, poking Ruo Xiaoxi’s cheek. “Did you get drunk outside? But what can I give you to sober up…?”

After exploring the kitchen, Latona, unfamiliar with this world’s appliances, found the teapot and cups empty. There was no readily available water. She stood there, unsure what to do…

Then, her gaze drifted downward, and an idea sparked.

“Mmm…”

Ruo Xiaoxi, in her daze, felt something heavy and soft pressing against her face.

Chapter 84: Magic! This Vampire Wants to Learn Magic!

“So, Chris doesn’t know you’re here?”

“Nope. She went to the Golden Forest to gather magic materials. She said she’ll start teaching you magic soon. I was bored, so I came to play with you.”

“I don’t have time to play… Wait, what?! Chris is going to teach me magic?!”

Loaded with shopping bags, Ruo Xiaoxi suddenly shrieked in the middle of the street, drawing stares from passersby.

She quickly covered her mouth and pulled Latona to a nearby bench under a tree, setting the bags down beside them.

“Really? She’s going to teach me magic?”

“Yeah, you can’t be a vampire without learning magic. It’s too dangerous otherwise.”

“Then, Latona, ask her what kind of magic she’s going to teach me!”

“I don’t know. She just left after saying that. If you really want to learn magic, I can teach you. For sure.”

“That last part makes the whole sentence sound dubious.”

“I’m not lying. Whatever you want to learn, I can teach you the basics,” Latona said, swinging her legs.

“It’s not going to be some… indecent magic, is it? Like, ‘100 Ways to Extract Essence’ or something…”

“I know both decent and indecent magic. I can teach you whichever you prefer.” Latona tilted her head thoughtfully. Of course, some succubus magic might not be suitable for Ruo Xiaoxi.

She didn’t even deny the ‘100 Ways’ thing?! Ruo Xiaoxi had expected a denial. This is scary!

“Right, take these clothes home and try them on. You can return them if they don’t fit. I have something to do. If I’m late, just find somewhere to sleep.”

“What is it? Can’t I come with you?”

“It’s… probably best if you don’t. Here’s my spare key.” Ruo Xiaoxi took a hidden key from her pocket and placed it in Latona’s hand.

Latona looked at the shiny key. “We just met, and Xiaobao is already giving me her house key. Are you hinting at something?”

“Or I could just take it back and you can sleep on the streets.”

Ruo Xiaoxi narrowed her eyes and snatched the key back.

Latona, panicked, reached out with both hands, her tail popping out and wrapping around Ruo Xiaoxi’s wrist. “I want it! I want it!”

“Wah! Fine, fine! Here! But put your tail away!” Ruo Xiaoxi quickly pushed the tail back under Latona’s clothes.

It really was connected to her emotions. Whenever she got excited or anxious, the tail would pop out.

It was kind of cute. Ruo Xiaoxi wanted to tickle the heart-shaped tip. She’d heard that part was sensitive for succubi. Would Latona have an… interesting reaction?

“Be careful, Latona. You’re so cute and… well-endowed. I’m worried some bad guys might target you.”

“Bad guys?”

“Like… what if you encounter some… pervert?”

“I don’t know.”

“What do you mean you don’t know? Are you… naive? Sigh, I’m so worried. Forget it, I’ll walk you home.” Ruo Xiaoxi put a hand on her hip, unable to shake off her concern.

Latona shook her head. “I can fly and turn invisible. I’ll be home in no time. I don’t need to walk.”

“Ah! Right… you can fly and turn invisible… Then… there’s nothing to worry about!” Why was she, a flightless being, worrying about someone who could fly?

Ruo Xiaoxi watched as Latona gradually turned transparent, then vanished. Suddenly, she felt a tickle on her stomach and flinched.

“Wh-what?!” She looked around, but Latona was nowhere to be seen.

“Hee hee.” Latona giggled, and then Ruo Xiaoxi heard the sound of wings flapping as she flew away.

A little past ten that night, the Tarot Astrology Shop opened for business.

Ruo Xiaoxi peeked inside. As before, only the bar counter was illuminated, and the two beautiful vampire girls were working.

With no customers, they chatted and playfully nudged each other.

“Welcome!” The chime of the door triggered an automatic greeting. Yifulan placed a menu on the counter, wearing a professional smile.

Still slightly traumatized from yesterday, Ruo Xiaoxi approached hesitantly. “Could… could I have a milk tea with foam? Not the special one, just a regular one…”

………………

“Waaah, I’m so exhausted! Military training is torture! Standing under the scorching sun… I’m a vampire! I can’t handle this! Why am I being subjected to this cruel and unusual punishment?”

“And then when I got home, I ran into a succubus who wanted to… drain me! It’s been a rough day… But she’s really cute, like an elf from a fairytale. And… magically well-endowed.”

“I even bought her some clothes. I almost spent all the money I just earned from my part-time job. Guess I’ll have to go back to being a children’s clothing model, playing with a bunch of kids… hic”

After half a glass of sparkling water, Ruo Xiaoxi slumped against the counter, rambling.

She held a glass of milk tea in her other hand, getting “drunk” on milk, pouring out her woes.

Su Xiaoxiao sat across from her, holding a round tray, and said gently, “That means you like her. You wanted to buy her clothes, wanted her to have nice things to wear. You can always earn more money, but that kindness is more valuable.”

“Military training is tough. Back in high school, I used to run around trying to escape the sun during PE class. But school is mostly about having fun with friends. It’s like an ivory tower, a beautiful environment that makes you forget the hardships…”

“Waaaah, your voice is so soothing… My heart is melting…” Ruo Xiaoxi slumped further onto the counter, intoxicated by the soothing words and the attention.

She decided to come here every day!

The click-clack of high heels echoed from the stairs. Yifulan descended, carrying two bottles of yogurt drink.

“Here, have some more. It’s not milk tea with foam, but we have plenty of… milk here.” Yifulan was certain she hadn’t added any alcohol, but Ruo Xiaoxi was getting “drunk” on milk alone.

She looked a bit like her own lolita after eating a chocolate liqueur. Cute and silly.

“Actually, with a little magic, you can easily protect yourself from sunlight,” Yifulan said, sitting beside Su Xiaoxiao. “You can even use magic to… impress older sisters~”

“However, if you truly want to learn magic… you might have to shoulder some special responsibilities. Are you prepared to embrace a new world?”

“If you’ve thought it through…”

“Then we welcome you to the other side.”

“Embark on this magical journey filled with miracles.”

Chapter 83: Please Bring the Largest Bra!

Despite Latona’s enthusiastic attempts, Ruo Xiaoxi’s resistance proved effective.

Sitting on the bed in her priestess robes, Latona pouted, seemingly disappointed that she couldn’t engage in “fun activities” with Xiaobao. Isn’t she hungry?

Ruo Xiaoxi noticed that when Latona was happy, her tail wagged vigorously. When unhappy, it swayed slowly.

Unable to resist anything with a cute tail, Ruo Xiaoxi found this surprisingly endearing.

Looking at the wrinkled priestess robes, clearly worn for a long time, Ruo Xiaoxi had an idea. She wasn’t going to the Tarot Astrology Shop until ten. Maybe she could take Latona shopping beforehand.

“Latona, want to go shopping? I’ll buy you some clothes.”

“Shopping? I have clothes. Why would I need more?” Latona tugged at the hem of her robes. This was a gift from Mistress Chris a long time ago.

Ruo Xiaoxi gently placed her hand on Latona’s. “This looks a bit old. And if you’re going to… visit my world, this outfit is a bit too… conspicuous.”

“Oh, you’re right. People here dress strangely.”

“No, no, you’re the one dressed strangely.” Ruo Xiaoxi took Latona’s hand. This succubus might be a bit… unconventional, but they were sisters now. She could treat her like a best friend.

But taking Latona shopping in that outfit wasn’t ideal. It would attract too much attention.

Ruo Xiaoxi rummaged through her closet, but couldn’t find anything that would fit Latona. With a sigh, she buried her face in Latona’s chest.

“They’re so big… They’re beyond F-cup, right? Will drinking some of the… coconut milk make them smaller?”

“I think… they’re normal. Do you want some?”

“No.”

She had no choice but to let Latona go out in her current outfit.

Just like her initial thought, people would just assume it was cosplay. Cosplay wasn’t uncommon these days. You could see people in costume on the subway, especially when there was a convention.

“Hee hee, Mistress Chris has also praised my figure, saying it’s as… ample as a dragon’s.”

“A dragon? Are there dragons too? Oh right… the other world. But for a girl in this city, your figure is a bit… exaggerated.”

First things first, clothes shopping for Latona. But before they left, she needed to take Latona’s measurements.

The results were astonishing. Ruo Xiaoxi stared at the numbers, speechless throughout the journey. She needed to buy Latona a bra. A very large bra.

She thought having a girlfriend with Latona’s figure would be… bliss, albeit with a risk of suffocation.

And with her being a succubus, one might end up… drained.

“You should do the plank exercise for me during military training tomorrow. You’d ace it.”

“Eh? What?”

“Nothing. I see a lingerie store. Hide your tail, we’re going in.”

Holding Latona’s wrist, Ruo Xiaoxi led her into the store. It was still early in the school year, so most people were at work or school. The store was quiet.

Seeing them, the saleswoman greeted them with a warm smile.

“Do you need money to buy things here?” Latona whispered, trailing behind Ruo Xiaoxi.

“Of course. Do you have any?”

“I brought some, but only a few copper coins from the offering box.” Latona opened her hand, revealing a few small coins.

Ruo Xiaoxi glanced at them, then gently closed Latona’s hand. “These won’t work here. Keep them. I’ll pay.”

“So generous? Xiaobao, I’m starting to like you. Let me… pleasure you when we get back.”

“Ahem! There are other ways to show your appreciation. Besides, I brought you here, so of course I’m paying. Don’t worry about it.” Ruo Xiaoxi walked past a rack of bras, picking one up and examining it.

She wasn’t so much choosing a style as gauging the size.

After browsing the entire store, only a three-point bikini top seemed like it might fit Latona. The other bras were too small to even clasp.

“Excuse me, miss, I’d like the largest bra you have.”

“Eh, the largest? You mean size?” the saleswoman asked curiously.

“Yes. My sister… is quite… well-endowed. She needs a bra that fits.” In a lingerie store, Ruo Xiaoxi didn’t bother being coy. She explained the situation directly.

The saleswoman nodded and quickly retrieved an F-cup bra, a pure white one with double padding and supportive underwire.

“How about this one? It’s good for… larger chests. Provides good support.”

“Let me see. Latona, try this on.” Ruo Xiaoxi took the bra and accompanied Latona into the changing room, standing behind her to help fasten the clasp.

Pulling at the straps, Ruo Xiaoxi struggled to connect the hooks. It was just a bit too small. Latona winced.

“Xiaobao, that’s too tight! It hurts…”

“Haa… it won’t close. Is this the largest size? One moment.”

Frustrated, Ruo Xiaoxi went back to the counter. “Excuse me, miss, this is the size. Do you have anything like this?”

She handed the saleswoman a piece of paper.

The saleswoman’s smile froze as she looked at the numbers. “This… is your sister’s size?” she asked hesitantly.

“Yes. We can’t find a bra that fits. What should we do?”

“Could… could your sister come out and let me see?” the saleswoman asked, still skeptical. When Latona emerged from the changing room, the saleswoman’s jaw dropped.

So big… Like a CG character from an adult game!

The saleswoman’s confidence as an adult woman was shaken. She took out her phone, her expression troubled. “One moment. I’ll have to ask. This size will have to be custom-made.”

“Okay, let’s do that. Latona, choose whichever style you like.”

“Oh, I can choose anything?”

Latona had never bought a bra before. She didn’t know anything about sizes or custom orders. She just followed Ruo Xiaoxi’s lead. So they could make a bra for her?

She liked pink.

“Qin Jie, there’s a girl here who needs a custom-made bra. I’m wondering…”

“Yes, custom size. We don’t have anything that fits… The girl’s… chest… is… huge. Probably the largest I’ve ever seen. …You think I’m kidding?”

“I don’t have time for jokes! It’s true! I wonder which lucky guy will… enjoy this… They’re… impressive… Ah! Sorry, I was just surprised. I shouldn’t have said that.”

“Correction, I only serve Mistress Chris. But if Xiaobao wants…”

“You don’t have to say anything.” Ruo Xiaoxi quickly covered Latona’s mouth, preventing her from uttering anything more… suggestive.

Chapter 82: We Both Have a Bright Future

“Slippers are over here. Please put these on.” Ruo Xiaoxi retrieved a pair of slippers from the shoe cabinet.

Closing the door, she considered how to entertain this unusual guest.

Latona sat on the sofa, her tail swaying gently as she surveyed Ruo Xiaoxi’s apartment, then turned her gaze back to Ruo Xiaoxi.

Ruo Xiaoxi washed some fruit in the kitchen, returned to the living room with a plate, and sat on the sofa.

“Um… this is the first time I’ve met a succubus. How should I address you? Mistress Succubus?” Ruo Xiaoxi asked cautiously, offering Latona a pear.

“No, no, that’s too formal.”

“Then… Sister Succubus?”

“Mmm… I don’t have any experience as an older sister. Even if you call me that, I might not be able to take good care of you. After all, an older sister should look after her younger sister.”

“Okay, Little Sister Succubus.”

“Hmm?” Latona’s gaze shifted slightly. She gently lifted Ruo Xiaoxi’s chin, tilting her head. “Xiaobao, you’re really beautiful. Worthy of Mistress Chris’s bloodline.”

“Wh-what? Why are you suddenly complimenting me…?” Ruo Xiaoxi sensed a strange shift in the atmosphere.

“Actually, I’ve never been with a man. I survive on… essence. A girl’s essence. I’m wondering… how to make your cheeky little mouth more obedient~”

“Wah! A female pervert!” Ruo Xiaoxi placed her hands neatly on her lap, playing innocent.

“Then how should I address you? You said you’re also Chris’s adopted sister.”

“Just call me Latona. Actually, I’ve been observing you for a long time, Xiaobao. I’ve been secretly following you every day, watching where you go and what you do, getting to know your habits and personality.”

“So you’ve been spying on me!” Ruo Xiaoxi jumped up, putting a foot on the sofa.

So that was it! She had thought some urban legend was haunting her! That feeling of being watched, growing stronger every day.

There were even nights she couldn’t sleep, getting up repeatedly to check the locks, fearing a stalker.

The culprit who’d kept her on edge for half a month was this little succubus!

If she wasn’t afraid of losing, she’d give Latona a good beating.

“Because I’d never met you. I didn’t know you well. Mistress Chris only mentioned you briefly.” Latona looked innocent, still rubbing her staff between her legs.

Ruo Xiaoxi grabbed the staff, blushing. “Listen to me! Don’t do… lewd things while we’re talking! I understand you’re a succubus, but you still can’t do that!”

“I don’t understand…” Latona looked at Ruo Xiaoxi blankly.

“Haa… Let’s get back on topic. Did Chris send you? If you came earlier, you could have just met me directly. Hiding for so long, you scared me to death.”

“No, I came secretly because I really wanted to meet you,” Latona explained.

“I’m Mistress Chris’s maid, and also a priestess at her shrine. I provide guidance and light to those who have lost their way, letting them feel the warmth of my mistress’s divine light.”

“I also chant verses for them, cleansing their hearts of impurity, helping them overcome and control their desires, focusing on noble and sacred pursuits…”

“Wait… aren’t you a succubus? A succubus… priestess?” Ruo Xiaoxi interrupted.

“Is there a problem? Don’t worry, it doesn’t affect my preaching. Because before each sermon, I… take care of my own… physical needs. Then, filled with faith, I teach others to be like me, free from desires, not blinded by lowly pleasures…”

Latona spoke with conviction and pride, closing her eyes and spreading her arms as if embracing divine light, her face full of hope.

Ruo Xiaoxi’s eyebrow twitched. “So you… satisfy yourself, then tell everyone else they can’t? You evil woman!”

“How can you say that? As a priestess, I must be pure and kind. Only with a pure heart can I spread the greatness of Chris Stasia. How I achieve inner peace is irrelevant.”

“If your followers heard that, their faith would crumble!” Ruo Xiaoxi glanced at Latona’s chest. How can a priestess with such a… distracting body be pure?

She seriously doubted they were worshipping Chris Stasia and not Latona’s… assets.

“It’s fine. Barely anyone comes to the shrine anyway. I hardly make any money. That’s why I have so much free time to sneak out. I even made a life-sized statue of myself and put it in the shrine.”

“Oh… that sounds… sad.” Ruo Xiaoxi’s voice softened.

As she suspected, Chris wasn’t doing well. Building a shrine that barely anyone visited… how pathetic.

Despite her haughty and dignified demeanor, Chris might be toiling away somewhere, weeding someone’s garden.

But if she built a shrine, even if no one came, she must have hoped for followers…

“It is a bit lonely. But now that I’m here to play with Xiaobao, things should liven up.”

“Why do you call me Xiaobao? No one has ever called me that.”

“Isn’t that even better? It’s my special nickname for you. Come on, let’s go to your room and have some fun. Or we can do it here on the sofa.” Latona rubbed her hands together excitedly.

“Huh?! What… what kind of fun?”

“Isn’t it obvious? You’re a vampire, I’m a succubus. We can… help each other… satisfy our needs. You drink my blood, I… extract your essence. We both have a bright future.”

“You’re into girls too?! Stay away from me! I know Tide Magic! I’ll hit you!”

Ruo Xiaoxi stood on the sofa, holding a pillow defensively, wary of the dangerous, busty, blonde girl.

“You’ve already learned magic? So quickly? Tide Magic? What’s that?”

“Uh… well…” Ruo Xiaoxi blushed, her bravado fading. She stammered, “Tide Magic… it’s… well, Xiaoxi… gets… wet! @^(*^# (gibberish)”

“Really? That’s great! Drink more water then, to prepare.”

“Wah! You understood that?! Latona, you’re such a… a veteran! Wait, no, no…” Ruo Xiaoxi struggled as Latona pulled her into a hug, her feet kicking in the air.

“No, no, no, no H! Really! Help!”

Chapter 81: I’ll Treat You to Some Coconut Milk

Humming a tune, Ruo Xiaoxi returned home and flopped onto her bed.

She glanced at her watch. She was back early; it wasn’t even ten o’clock yet.

At ten, the Tarot Astrology Shop would open. She wanted to chat more with those two vampire girls; there was so much she wanted to ask them.

She also wanted them to examine her wings. Was it normal for them to be on her lower back?

Shouldn’t wings be on her upper back? Hers looked so unthreatening. She wondered if they could even fly.

“Have they… grown a bit?”

Ruo Xiaoxi wiggled, and a pair of small black wings sprouted from her lower back. She pulled them forward with her hands, examining them closely.

They had grown a little!

Like bean sprouts, they seemed unchanged when observed constantly, but after a night’s sleep, they’d noticeably sprouted. Her wings were developing without her realizing it.

Standing in front of the mirror, she unfurled them fully. They were now longer than her arms.

Giant bat! She felt like a giant bat, albeit a slightly cuter one.

She flapped them experimentally. While she still couldn’t fly, she felt a buoyant force lifting her slightly, her heels leaving the ground.

Amazing! Am I about to be able to fly?

Ruo Xiaoxi twisted and turned, examining herself from all angles, her eyes shining with anticipation.

If she could fly, she’d at least look like a proper vampire.

And maybe she could finally win a fight against her sister. If she couldn’t win on the ground, she could just fly away, like a rooster, flapping her wings and chasing after Chris.

Well, even if the first thing I think about after getting stronger is fighting my sister, I’m still a respectable vampire.

“Ding-dong, ding-dong…”

While admiring herself in the mirror, Ruo Xiaoxi heard the doorbell. Thinking it was for the neighbors, she ignored it.

But the ringing persisted. It was her doorbell.

“Hmm? That shouldn’t be for me. Who would come here…?” Ruo Xiaoxi walked out of her room, rubbing her hair.

Cautiously, she followed the rule of not opening the door to strangers.

She grabbed a small stool to reach the peephole. A girl she didn’t recognize stood outside, wearing a strange outfit.

It looked like a cosplay costume, a long gold and white robe, and she was holding something resembling a magic staff.

Is this some new sales tactic?

Ah, but she’s so cute. I’ll open the door.

“Hello, may I ask… who you are?” Ruo Xiaoxi opened the door slightly, leaning against it.

A girl with a fairytale-like appearance stood before her. Her golden hair, like ripe wheat, cascaded down her shoulders, framing a pair of beautiful blue eyes with long, fan-like lashes.

Her outlandish outfit was so striking that Ruo Xiaoxi wondered if she’d just run off a movie set without changing, especially with that tall, pointed hat.

Are Catholic services this widespread now? Sending cute girls for door-to-door missionary work?

“Hee hee, hello. Nice to meet you, I’m Latona.”

“Latona… ah, hello, I’m Ruo Xiaoxi. Were you ringing my doorbell just now?” Ruo Xiaoxi’s gaze involuntarily drifted down to Latona’s… Wow, such big… breasts!

It really wasn’t that she was being lecherous. If she saw another girl with a fuller figure, she’d simply compliment her.

But… Latona’s chest was so captivating.

They were… exaggeratedly large, bigger than any she’d seen before, almost as if they might burst out of her clothes.

Seeing a girl like this would make other girls question their own femininity. Latona’s secondary sexual characteristics were so prominent, it was jaw-dropping.

“Um… may I ask… what you need?”

Ruo Xiaoxi politely averted her gaze, scratching her cheek.

“Eh? Didn’t my mistress mention me? Oh…”

“Mistress? What do you mean?”

“Let me introduce myself again. Latona, a shrine priestess, a Lapras Succubus. Part-time maid. I’m my mistress’s little follower, and also her…” Latona said earnestly.

“Huh…?” Ruo Xiaoxi was puzzled. She hadn’t understood most of what Latona said, only catching the last part about being her mistress’s… plaything?

Wait a minute, what normal girl would introduce herself as someone’s plaything?! This girl was definitely not normal!

While she shouldn’t make assumptions based on Latona’s… form, but still…

Ruo Xiaoxi imagined Latona as some kind of… call girl, maybe at the wrong address.

“S-sorry, miss, you must have the wrong place. There’s only one girl here, and it’s not where you’re supposed to be. B-bye bye!”

Ruo Xiaoxi tried to close the door, hoping to avoid further awkward misunderstandings.

Latona blinked in confusion, quickly extending her tail to block the door, its heart-shaped tip wagging anxiously. “Ah, ah, don’t close the door! What’s wrong? Are you not welcoming me?”

“I don’t know you, and what you said is weird! You must be mistaken!”

Ruo Xiaoxi pulled at the door, trying to close it. She noticed a tail sticking through the gap and said kindly, “Don’t put your tail in the door crack! I might not notice and pinch it… wait, tail?!”

“Surprised? I said I’m a succubus, didn’t I? You didn’t believe me?”

“A succubus… a succubus?! That’s not just a… a figure of speech? It’s real?!”

“I told you, I was taken in by my mistress. Aren’t you the same, Xiaobao? We’re practically sisters now.”

“The mistress you’re talking about… isn’t it… Chris?”

“Yes! And if you don’t let me in, I’ll just come through the window,” Latona said calmly.

She didn’t have to use the door. A mere wall couldn’t stop her. She was just being polite by using the door. Even if Ruo Xiaoxi was showering, she could appear and… surprise her.

Since they were practically sisters, showering together wouldn’t be a problem, right?

“Then… then come in.” Hearing that this succubus knew Chris, Ruo Xiaoxi opened the door and quickly pulled her inside, afraid of being seen.

As Latona entered, her ample bosom bumped against Ruo Xiaoxi, sending her tumbling to the floor, one of her bunny slippers flying off.

“Oops, sorry.”

“Damn it! What’s with these… weapons of mass distraction?!” Ruo Xiaoxi felt inexplicably humiliated as she scrambled to put her slipper back on.

“Maybe because I’m a succubus, I’m… better developed than most?”

“Oh, that makes sense!”

“By the way, as a welcome gift, how about I give you something delicious and nutritious?”

“Eh! Wh-what…?”

“Hee hee, don’t be shy. My mistress loves this.”

Latona approached Ruo Xiaoxi, who sat on the floor, staring up as Latona’s figure loomed over her.

A strange succubus girl had appeared in her house and was offering her… coconut milk?!

Ruo Xiaoxi’s face turned as red as an apple. Her feet paddled like a duck’s as she scrambled backward, waving her hands in refusal.

“No, no, stop, stop! This is definitely going into NSFW territory!”

Chapter 80: Onee-san Has Her Charms, But Lolita is Sweet Too

Manipulation! Complete and utter manipulation of Senior Xia!

Ruo Xiaoxi pushed Xia Zhibai away gently, her hands resting on her shoulders. Both girls were flushed, still caught in the afterglow of their intimate moment.

Xia Zhibai sniffed the air, then asked, “Xiaoxi, why do you… smell different today? There’s a… another woman’s scent on you.”

“Pfft, what do you mean, ‘another woman’s scent’?”

“I’m asking you! What’s that mint smell?”

“Mint?” Ruo Xiaoxi hadn’t noticed any particular scent on herself. But Senior Xia’s words triggered a memory.

A minty fragrance… that was Xiaonuo’s scent!

Whenever she was with Xiaonuo, she’d smell mint. Later, at Xiaonuo’s house, she’d discovered Xiaonuo used mint-scented essential oil.

Maybe… maybe she’d picked up the scent from being close to Xiaonuo.

“I… I don’t know.” Ruo Xiaoxi shook her head quickly, offering a hasty explanation. “Maybe… maybe it’s because I’ve been sweating. Of course I smell different than usual.”

“No, you still smell good. It’s just that I haven’t smelled this scent on you before.”

“It… it changes! A person’s scent can’t stay the same all the time. I have many scents. To be honest, even my blood smells like champagne.”

“Oh, come on, now even your blood is champagne-flavored? Is your blood wine? Will it get me drunk?” Xia Zhibai seemed eager to continue their earlier… intoxication.

Even in her military training uniform, Ruo Xiaoxi’s beauty shone through.

“By the way, Ruo Xiaoxi, tomorrow is my birthday…”

“Ah?!” The word “birthday” startled Ruo Xiaoxi. She stared blankly.

“What’s wrong? Didn’t you know? I even messaged you about it.”

“Ah, um, I know. I was just… curious how Senior Xia is celebrating.” Ruo Xiaoxi stammered, trying to cover up her slip-up. Oh no, she had seen Xia Zhibai’s message.

It had been a few days ago, but she was busy at the time. She’d glanced at it, replied, and then completely forgotten!

“You said you’d get me a birthday present. Don’t tell me… you forgot?” Xia Zhibai looked at her suspiciously, sensing something amiss.

Ruo Xiaoxi shook her head vehemently. “Of course I remember!”

“It’s just… there’s been a slight mishap with the gift, Senior Xia…”

Forgetting an important date like a birthday… not only would it disappoint the other person, but she had also promised a gift…

“I don’t care about gifts. As long as it’s from you, I’ll cherish it, regardless of its value. But if you did forget—”

“If I forgot… what will happen?” Ruo Xiaoxi asked nervously.

“Hmm… tomorrow, take a nice bath, put on some perfume, find some red ribbons from a Christmas gift box, no need for clothes, just tie yourself up, put yourself in the gift box, and have yourself delivered to my house. I’ll take good care of you.”

“Eek!” Ruo Xiaoxi shuddered involuntarily.

“But I’m not having a party. It’s not even a holiday. My dad booked a hotel for me, but I told him to cancel it. I’m at school; why would I have a birthday party at a hotel?”

“Senior Xia’s dad… is very generous.” Ruo Xiaoxi’s eyes shone with the envy of someone less fortunate.

“So, I told him I’d arrange something at school. I just want something simple. I’ll order a cake and share it with everyone in the dorm. That’s all. Remember to come.”

“Yes, okay.” Ruo Xiaoxi replied softly, leaving the gymnasium, lost in thought.

Even after they parted ways, Xia Zhibai walked a distance, then hurried back, insisting on giving Ruo Xiaoxi another kiss on the cheek, leaving her flustered.

Being so loved by a senior, how could she complain?

Xia Zhibai returned to her building, and Ruo Xiaoxi went back to the field for military training. The break was probably over, and she needed to rejoin her group.

On her way back, she saw Xiaonuo performing, singing a song. Other students sat around her. Ruo Xiaoxi found a spot and listened.

Apparently, her dormmates had discovered her beautiful voice and pushed her to perform.

After finishing the song, Xiaonuo blushed, scurried back to her spot, a picture of forced participation.

Later, in the cafeteria, they had to stand at attention before eating, chanting together before being allowed to eat. Ruo Xiaoxi, a vampire, felt out of place.

I don’t even eat cafeteria food. Why do I have to chant along with them? So embarrassing…

Finally, the long day of military training ended.

Ruo Xiaoxi had spent the day slacking off, running when she could, and otherwise just going through the motions. The instructor, seeing she was a cute girl who kept clutching her stomach as if in pain, turned a blind eye.

“Eh? Xiaoxi, aren’t you staying at school tonight?” Lan Yinuo asked in the dorm.

“No, I have something to do at home. I’ll be back tomorrow.”

“Oh, Xiaomei and An’an were asking about you. They wondered why you weren’t here. They saw the mosquito net on your bed and wanted to sleep there.”

Xiaomei and An’an were their other two dormmates.

Ruo Xiaoxi had greeted them before but wasn’t close to them. She hadn’t even remembered their names.

“Since I’m not here, they can use it. Just be careful of mosquitoes! People who attract mosquitoes need to protect themselves! This is a lesson learned in blood!” Ruo Xiaoxi dramatically wiped away nonexistent tears.

“Um… leave your clothes here. I’ll wash them for you.”

“No, it’s okay. I’ll take them home and wash them myself. I have underwear and stuff…”

“Underwear…” Lan Yinuo’s cheeks flushed. She covered her mouth with her fist, glancing shyly at Ruo Xiaoxi. “Can’t I wash those for you too?”

“If… if you don’t mind?”

Ruo Xiaoxi felt her cheeks warm. Xiaonuo’s tone and expression were so alluring. Before she knew it, she’d handed over her clothes.

Lan Yinuo took the clothes, smiling sweetly. She was one “Don’t worry, go ahead and leave” away from becoming the embodiment of domestic bliss.

Older sisters had their excitement and sweetness, but shy lolitas offered a different kind of heartwarming comfort.

Ruo Xiaoxi still couldn’t understand why she couldn’t resist Xiaonuo. They could switch roles, even! Maybe she should find another opportunity to have a showdown and decide who gets to be the wife!

“Well, I’m off. I’ll definitely stay at school tomorrow.” Ruo Xiaoxi waved goodbye.

Xiaonuo stood at the door, waving back, watching her disappear around the corner.

Back on the balcony, Xiaonuo sorted the clothes, preparing to wash them. Her eyes fell on a pair of pure white panties. She picked them up delicately, holding them between her fingers.

“…Mmm.” Lan Yinuo stared at the thin fabric, glancing around.

As she looked…

A strange force seemed to compel her to bring the fabric closer, touching it lightly to the tip of her nose, closing her eyes and inhaling, gradually losing herself in the scent…

“…Xiaonuo? What… what are you doing?” Ruo Xiaoxi’s unexpected voice startled her.

“Ah!” Lan Yinuo nearly flung the panties over the railing. She frantically hid them behind her back, blushing crimson as she looked at Ruo Xiaoxi, who was standing at the door.

“X-Xiaoxi, you’re not… wait, let me explain…”

“I forgot my off-campus pass. I came back to get it. I… I didn’t see anything! It’s okay!” With that, Ruo Xiaoxi grabbed the pass and ran out of the dorm, leaving Xiaonuo speechless.

“Aaaaaaaaaaah! What am I doing?!”

Lan Yinuo clutched her head, mortified. Her face and even her delicate ears were burning. Her brain short-circuited. She crouched down, covering her face.

Xiaoxi saw me! Doing something weird with her underwear!

And… and she said “It’s okay”! What does that even mean?! Waaaaah…

Chapter 79: It’s Just Around the Corner (x) Just Around the Corner (√)

“Senior! Senior!”

“Hello, Senior!”

The basketball court, serving as a resting area, was filled with the clamor of excited voices.

Many girls flocked to the upperclassmen, receiving free bottles of water, expressing their gratitude, and then squeezing back out of the crowd.

Ruo Xiaoxi sat on the ground, hugging her knees. She hadn’t gone to get any water, preferring to observe from afar.

Suddenly, a pair of shapely, fair legs emerged from the crowd, making their way through the noise towards her. Stopping in front of her, they offered a bottle.

Ah, the real long-legged senior had arrived.

These slightly fleshy, beautiful legs could only belong to Senior Xia.

“Finally found you. Why didn’t you go get some water?”

“Senior Xia.” Ruo Xiaoxi looked up, a smile curving her lips. She shook her head. “I’m not thirsty. I just wanted to rest.”

“Well, keep this then. I… I got it for you.”

“You went through the trouble of bringing me water, Senior Xia. I’m so sorry.” Ruo Xiaoxi took the bottle, placing her hand on the cap and twisting. It didn’t open.

Xia Zhibai narrowed her eyes, watching her performance, arms crossed over her ample chest. “Putting on an act?”

“Pfft…” Ruo Xiaoxi blew at her bangs, feigning innocence. “Isn’t this a chance for Senior Xia to help a delicate junior open a bottle cap?”

“I know your tricks. You had me wrapped around your little finger at the beginning.”

“So, Senior Xia still likes me?”

“Like you?” Xia Zhibai replied without hesitation. “We’re practically lesbians now. How could I not like you?”

“Hee hee… Then, how about Senior Xia tries liking boys again?”

“Can’t. I find cute girls like you much more appealing now. So charming and alluring, it’s irresistible. Especially when you wear white socks and sway your little hips!”

“I… I didn’t try to seduce you!”

Ruo Xiaoxi blushed, lowering her gaze. It’s Senior Xia who’s being too… appreciative.

Sometimes, acquiring a taste for something sweet makes it unforgettable. Xia Zhibai now found the idea of a sweet, young girlfriend much more appealing.

“Alright, I’ve opened it for you. Drink up.” Xia Zhibai finally opened the bottle.

Ruo Xiaoxi took the water, giving Senior Xia a cute wink, which earned her a pinch on the cheek and exclamations about how adorable she was, along with threats of being picked up and spun around.

Despite the opened bottle, Ruo Xiaoxi didn’t drink. She was already full of water, feeling slightly bloated. She frowned.

“What’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell?” Xia Zhibai crouched down, noticing her discomfort.

“It’s okay… I’ve already had a lot of water. I’m a bit full. And after sitting for a while, I need to pee. I’ll be right back.” Ruo Xiaoxi stood up, clutching her stomach.

“I’ll go with you.” Xia Zhibai looked back.

The student council seemed to have the water distribution under control. Leaving briefly to accompany Ruo Xiaoxi to the bathroom wouldn’t be a problem.

What special treatment! The student council president escorting her to the bathroom!

Ruo Xiaoxi was probably the most pampered first-year.

As soon as they left the basketball court, taking a less crowded back route, Xia Zhibai took Ruo Xiaoxi’s hand, as if she couldn’t wait any longer.

“The student council president sneaking off with a cute junior?” Ruo Xiaoxi teased.

“Shh, it’s not easy holding your hand at school. Let me enjoy it for a bit…”

“Okay~ okay~ Senior Xia can hold my hand. You like holding hands so much?”

“I’m just afraid you’ll wander off and get lost on the way to the bathroom. And it just so happens that your hand is soft and comfortable to hold, you know… you know?” Xia Zhibai said unconvincingly, blushing slightly.

“Is that so…? Hmm? Where’s Senior Huixue today?”

“Xue’er? Why are you always thinking about her?” Xia Zhibai said crossly, tightening her grip. Whose lolita are you anyway?

“No, no, isn’t she your assistant? I thought she’d always be with you.”

“Everyone has their own things to do. Besides, buying the water was mostly my decision. I originally wanted to come alone, give you water, and chat with you. But I thought that would attract too much attention, so I just bought a lot of water and distributed it to everyone.”

“Eh!? So, Senior Xia bought all that water for everyone just as a cover to give me this one bottle?” Ruo Xiaoxi was surprised. The bottle in her hand suddenly felt heavier.

“Hmph, no need to say it out loud. Just know it in your heart.” Xia Zhibai let out a little haughty hum.

“So, I can help you with club matters, but I have a condition now.”

“A condition?”

“I want you to say, in front of Xue’er, that you love me very much, that you can’t live without me, that you only like me. That’s all I ask.”

“But she’s not here right now.”

“I mean, when she’s present. Say it then. Loudly. Let her hear it. Understand?”

Eh, so that’s what she meant…

Ruo Xiaoxi felt a bead of sweat on her forehead. A silent battle had begun. Was this how women fought? Eh? Why? Was it because of her? She hoped there wouldn’t be a dramatic confrontation.

She feared that confrontation might turn into a… compromising situation.

What if the seniors argued, then realized the root of the problem was her, the little green tea, and decided to… discipline her together? That would be disastrous.

Last night’s dream might become a reality… or rather, a reality just around the corner.

After the bathroom break, they found themselves on the first floor of the gymnasium. Everyone else was on the field. The ping pong tables were deserted. Xia Zhibai suddenly pulled Ruo Xiaoxi aside, preventing her from returning to the field.

Xia Zhibai bit her lip, averting her gaze, hesitating as if she had something difficult to say.

Ruo Xiaoxi turned to her, blinking her large eyes with a slightly bewildered expression. “What’s wrong, Senior Xia?”

“Don’t go back yet. Um… I haven’t seen you much for the last half of the summer break. School’s been busy.”

“Eh? That’s true. Senior Xia has been busy. I had a part-time job during the latter half of the summer.”

“So… so…” Xia Zhibai blushed, gently hooking Ruo Xiaoxi’s hand with her finger. After a moment of silence, she whispered, “Can we… be intimate for a bit?”

“Is Senior Xia feeling lonely?” Ruo Xiaoxi asked with a knowing smile.

“Stop teasing me. I’ve been dying to see you every day, but I can’t show it in public. I… I’m just lonely, okay?!”

Xia Zhibai stamped her foot lightly, admitting her feelings with a blush.

“Then… just for a minute. It’ll be bad if someone comes.”

Ruo Xiaoxi glanced around, allowing Senior Xia to pull her into a corner, her arm around her waist. She stood on tiptoe, her arms around Xia Zhibai’s neck.

Blushing shyly, they leaned closer, their lips shimmering.

………………

“Mmm… Okay, okay.”

“You’re getting carried away… even kissing my neck…”

“No, no. We’ll continue another time~”